Nashville Predators Fan Hollie Holt Shares Her Passion for Hockey

Smashville Loyal member discusses her love of Preds hockey and the welcoming community of female fans

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Hollie Holt, a dedicated Nashville Predators fan and Smashville Loyal member, shares her journey into becoming a hockey fan, the joy of bringing her 83-year-old father to his first game, and the sense of community she's found among the female fans in her section. As the Predators prepare to celebrate Women of Smashville Night, Holt reflects on what it means to her to be a female fan of a male sport and why she believes hockey is a great way for communities to come together.

Why it matters

Holt's story highlights the growing popularity of hockey, especially in the South, and the welcoming community that the Nashville Predators have fostered for female fans. Her passion for the sport and the team underscores the importance of representation and inclusivity in traditionally male-dominated sports.

The details

Holt first attended a Predators game in 2010 and was immediately hooked by the excitement and energy of hockey. After becoming an empty nester, she and her husband decided to become season ticket holders, drawn to the nonstop action and the opportunity to share the experience with friends. One of Holt's favorite memories is bringing her 83-year-old father to his first game, where he fell in love with the cheering and the fights. As a female fan, Holt enjoys dressing up in Predators gear and connecting with the other women in her section, feeling welcomed and part of something bigger.

  • Holt attended her first Predators game in 2010.
  • Holt and her husband became season ticket holders after becoming empty nesters.

The players

Hollie Holt

A dedicated Nashville Predators fan and Smashville Loyal member who loves coming to games and cheering on her hometown team.

Holt's 83-year-old father

Holt's father, who attended his first Predators game and fell in love with the energy and excitement of hockey.

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What they’re saying

“One of my favorite memories thus far has been bringing my 83-year-old father to his first game. He was skeptical but he absolutely fell in love with that energy, and he fell in love with the cheering, especially when there was a fight.”

— Hollie Holt (nhl.com)

“I think that a hockey game is something most people can relate to in some form or fashion, especially a Predators game. There's so much going on in that arena that even if you don't think you're a hockey fan or you don't know what's going on, it's still a great place for communities to come together.”

— Hollie Holt (nhl.com)

What’s next

The Nashville Predators are set to celebrate Women of Smashville Night, highlighting the growing community of female hockey fans like Hollie Holt.

The takeaway

Hollie Holt's story showcases the welcoming and inclusive environment the Nashville Predators have fostered for female fans, and how hockey can bring communities together, even for those new to the sport. Her passion for the team and the sport underscores the importance of representation and diversity in traditionally male-dominated sports.